There are rumblings that the recent 15 per cent foreign buyer tax implemented by the British Columbia government is nothing more than a repackaged version of the deplorable, historical ‘Chinese Head T…
Unique Houses That You Need To See To Believe
Most of us have a pretty good idea in our heads of what a house should look like. They usually follow the same conventions using similar materials, designs and layouts. However some of the unique hou…
Five Things You Need To Know in Real Estate (October 1-7, 2016)
1. Morneau emerges from his deep dive with a treasure trove of new rules On Monday, Finance Minister Bill Morneau announced a major shakeup of Canada’s mortgage and foreign-ownership rules for …
The Five Things You Need To Know in Real Estate (September 24 – Oct 1, 2016)
1.Talkin’ ‘bout interest rates, talkin’ ‘bout mortgages Canada’s top banking watchdog said it would require mortgage insurers to hold bigger capital cushions for home loans taken out when housing mark…
From Robots to Wall Panels, Technology Will Revolutionize Our Homes
More advanced home technology is soon going to become a big part of our lives (if it hasn’t already!) and we think you’re going to love it. Home automation is already here, which gives you the a…
The Hottest New Trends In Kitchen Decor
These days, the kitchen is far more than just a place to cook food. It’s a social space where family and friends gather to talk, a technological oasis where kids and parents use their laptops, s…
Five Things You Need To Know in Real Estate. September 10-18, 2016
1.Some folks are worried by rising debt levels – Walter Melanson is not one. The amount Canadians owe compared with how much they earn hit a new record in the second quarter, driven in part by the cou…
The 5 Things You Need To Know in Real Estate This Week (Sept 3-9)
1.Central Bank Holds Steady on Interest Rates, Again. The Bank of Canada opted to keep its benchmark interest rate at 0.5 per cent on Wednesday, the same level it’s been at for more than a year…
“Executive Neighbourhood Of Summer Homes” Coming To Prince Edward Island
On the east coast of Canada lies the tiny province of Prince Edward Island. What it lacks in size it certainly makes up for in beautiful beaches, waterfront properties and amazing residents – wh…
Real Estate Round Up! The Top Five Things You Need To Know This Week (August 26 – September 2)
The Hysteria Grows in Vancouver Home sales in Metro Vancouver were down 26% in August, compared to the same month last year. Sales have been trending downward in Metro Vancouver for a few months. The …